The 18th T20 match of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2025 will be played between Saint Lucia Kings (SLK) and Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) on 31 August 2025 at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium, Gros Islet, Saint Lucia.
This is an important match of this six-team T20 league. The match will start at 8:30 PM IST (11:00 AM AST local time). SLK are second in the points table, while ABF are third.
SLK’s form has been strong, and they are playing at home, while ABF’s form has been up and down.
The live telecast of the match will be available on FanCode in India.
SLK vs ABF 2025: Head to Head
SLK has a 2-0 lead over ABF in the previous matches.
In the first match held on 17 August 2025, SLK defeated ABF by 7 wickets, and in 2024 also SLK defeated ABF by 26 runs (SLK 152/8, ABF 126/8).
Both the teams will face each other for the second time this season.
Saint Lucia Kings vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Team Status
Saint Lucia Kings: SLK have won 3 out of 6 matches, lost 1 and 2 had no result, with which they are second in the points table (NRR +0.464).
Their batting has been impressive with Johnson Charles (112 runs in 5 seasons, 22.40 average) and Tim Seifert (150 runs in 5 seasons).
David Wiese (8 wickets in 5 seasons) and Tabraiz Shamsi (6 wickets in 5 seasons) have been outstanding in bowling. SLK defeated St Kitts & Nevis Patriots in their last match (15th) with both their batting and bowling dominating.
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons: ABF have won 3 out of 7 matches, lost 3 and had 1 no result, with which they are third in the points table (NRR -1.059).
Their batting has been contributed by Karima Gore (218 runs in 7 years, 31.14 average, 134.56 strike rate) and Jewel Andrew (131 runs in 7 years).
The bowling has been led by Obed McCoy (8 wickets in 6 years), Shakib Al Hasan (5 wickets in 7 years), and Jayden Seales (5 wickets in 7 years). ABF lost to Trinbago Knight Riders by 7 wickets in their previous match.
Saint Lucia Kings (SLK) Probable Playing XI
- Johnson Charles
- Ackeem Auguste
- Tim Seifert(WK)
- Roston Chase
- Tim David
- Aaron Jones
- David Wiese(C)
- Oshane Thomas
- Khary Pierre
- Keon Gaston
- Tabraiz Shamsi
Antigua and Barbuda Falcons (ABF) Probable Playing XI
- Jewel Andrew
- Andries Gous (WK)
- Karima Gore
- Imad Wasim (C)
- Shakib Al Hasan
- Justin Greaves
- Fabian Allen
- Shamar Springer
- Obed McCoy
- Jayden Seales
- Naveen-ul-Haq
SLK vs ABF Match Weather and Pitch Report
The pitch at the Darren Sammy National Cricket Stadium is fast and bouncy, which favors fast bowlers. The average score in the first innings is 159 runs and in the second 147 runs.
Spin bowlers get help from the slow pace, but batsmen can score runs in the early overs. Teams chasing have won 27 out of 44 T20 matches this season, which supports the strategy of winning the toss and bowling first.
A score of 180-190 is considered strong for the team batting first.
The weather in Gros Islet on 31 August 2025 at 12:00 pm is expected to be clear with a temperature of 28.4°C, 66% cloud cover, wind speed of 10.1 km/hr. The chance of rain is low (10-15%), and a full match is expected.
SLK vs ABF Match Prediction
Saint Lucia Kings vs Antigua and Barbuda Falcons Prediction: The form of Johnson Charles and Tim Seifert in SLK’s batting, as well as the bowling of David Wiese (8 wickets) and Tabraiz Shamsi, puts them in a strong position.
Home ground and head-to-head record (2-0) gives them a psychological edge. ABF’s batting has potential with Karima Gore (218 runs) and Jewel Andrew, but their inconsistency (3 wins, 3 losses) and negative NRR (-1.059 vs SLK’s +0.464) makes their challenge tough.
Obed McCoy (8 wickets) and Shakib Al Hasan’s bowling are their strengths. SLK’s recent performance (3 wins, 1 loss) and home support make them favourites.
Based on the statistics, SLK’s chances of winning are 70% and ABF’s 30%. If SLK bat first and score 180+, their chances of victory will increase.
ABF will need a big innings from Karima Gore and early wickets from Obed McCoy to win.
This is likely to be a one-sided contest, but ABF’s all-rounders can turn the tables.
